Pre-World War II U.S. Springfield Armory Shipped Colt Service Model Ace .22LR
Guns International #: 103651699 Seller's Inventory #: 40951297
Category: 1911 Pistols - Colt Pistols - 1911

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Description:

A desirable factory-documented Colt .22 caliber pistol manufactured in 1939 and shipped to the U.S. Springfield Armory, giving it strong historical and collector appeal. Its confirmed configuration, government-armory shipment provenance, classic pre-war Colt blue finish, and matching internal slide marking make it an excellent addition for collectors of Colt automatics and U.S. martial-associated firearms.
  • Manufactured in 1939
  • Accompanied by a factory letter confirming the original configuration and shipment details:
    • Barrel length: 5 inches
    • Caliber: .22
    • Finish: blue
    • Grips: not listed
    • Shipped in a 164-pistol shipment
    • Sent to the U.S. Springfield Armory in Springfield, Massachusetts
    • Shipment date: March 13, 1939
  • Collector-focused provenance:
    • Factory-letter documented
    • Pre-war Colt manufacture
    • Shipped to the U.S. Springfield Armory, a historically significant government arms facility
    • Part of a documented shipment of 164 pistols, adding traceable historical context
  • Sights:
    • Fixed ramped blade front sight
    • Adjustable notch rear sight
  • Slide markings:
    • Left side of the slide has the two-line Colt address and patent dates
    • Left side also features the Rampant Colt roll mark
    • Right side of the slide is roll-marked with the legend and caliber designation
  • Serial number and internal slide detail:
    • Matching “10/33” serial number located behind the firing pin stop
    • Right side of the frame bears the “S M” prefix serial number
  • Factory proof and inspection markings:
    • Colt “P” proof on the left side of the trigger guard
    • Colt “triangle/VP” factory proof on the left side of the trigger guard
    • “60” marked on the right side of the trigger guard
  • Controls and frame features:
    • Checkered short milled trigger
    • Slide catch
    • Thumb safety
    • Wide spur hammer
    • Arched mainspring housing without a lanyard loop
  • Grips and magazine:
    • Fitted with a pair of checkered walnut grips
    • Includes a two-tone blued magazine
    • Magazine base is marked “SERVICE MODEL”
  • A compelling collector piece that combines:
    • Factory-letter authentication
    • 1939 pre-war production
    • U.S. Springfield Armory shipment history
    • Classic Colt blue finish
    • Desirable .22 caliber target/practice configuration
    • Original-style Colt markings, proofs, and Service Model magazine markings

Condition

Very fine, retaining 70% plus original blue finish with some scattered light edge wear, light cycling wear, brown patina on the front grip strap, some scattered minor patches of spotting/freckling, light handling wear, and clear roll marks. The grips are exceptionally fine with some minor compression wear in the otherwise mostly crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent.

Price: $3,999.99

Handgun Caliber: .22 Long Rifle
Manufacturer: Colt
Model: Service Model Ace
Serial Number: SM1033
Barrel Length: 5 inch round
Condition: The bore is shiny with very strong rifling.